Mercedes-Benz Rules Out Price Cuts After India-EU FTA

By BPN News Desk January 28, 2026

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Mercedes-Benz India has said it does not expect to reduce vehicle prices in the Indian market following the India-European Union free trade agreement. The company clarified that the trade pact will not have an immediate impact on car pricing. Local Production Limits Impact Mercedes-Benz India

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Maruti Suzuki to Invest ₹35,000 Crore in Gujarat Plant

By BPN News Desk January 17, 2026

Maruti Suzuki India has announced an investment of ₹35,000 crore to set up a new automobile manufacturing plant in Gujarat, marking one of the company’s largest expansion plans in recent years. The investment reflects Maruti Suzuki’s long-term strategy to scale up capacity in line with rising domestic and export demand. Capacity and Timeline The proposed […]

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Passenger Vehicle Dispatches Rise 27% in December 2025

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2026

Passenger vehicle dispatches from manufacturers to dealers in India rose 27% year on year in December 2025, reflecting strong demand, particularly for utility vehicles, according to industry data released by SIAM. Total passenger vehicle dispatches stood at just under 4 lakh units in December, compared with about 3.15 lakh units in the same month a […]

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Tesla to Open Showroom in Bengaluru Soon

By BPN News Desk January 11, 2026

Electric vehicle maker Tesla is set to open a showroom in Bengaluru, marking its expansion into southern India. The upcoming outlet will strengthen Tesla’s retail presence as the company continues to assess demand and build visibility in the Indian market. The Bengaluru showroom is expected to serve as an experience centre, allowing customers to view […]

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India’s Car Sales Hit Record High in October

By BPN News Desk November 2, 2025

India’s passenger vehicle industry recorded its best-ever monthly performance in October 2025, with wholesales reaching approximately 470,000 units, up 17.2 percent from 401,105 units in October 2024. This marks the highest dispatch total to date, surpassing the previous record of 405,522 units in January 2025. During the month, prominent automakers including Maruti Suzuki

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India Auto Sales Grow 5.2% in September

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

India’s retail automobile sector recorded a 5.2% year-on-year growth in September 2025, supported by GST cuts and festive season demand, according to the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations. Segment Performance Two-wheelers grew the most, rising 6.5% compared to last year. Passenger vehicles also performed strongly, with a 5.8% increase. Three-wheelers, however,

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Tesla UK Sales Jump 12% in June on Model Y Demand

By BPN News Desk July 4, 2025

Tesla’s UK operations recorded a 12% year-on-year rise in sales in June 2025, driven largely by the launch of the refreshed Model Y, according to data from New AutoMotive. The rebound in monthly performance comes after a significant slump in May and places Tesla back in the spotlight amid intensifying EV competition across Britain. Model […]

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Tesla To Open India Showrooms In July With China-Made EVs

By BPN News Desk June 20, 2025

Tesla is set to officially enter the Indian market in July 2025 with the opening of its first showrooms in Mumbai and New Delhi, marking a major step in its global expansion. The electric vehicle giant plans to begin operations with the import of Model Y SUVs manufactured at its Shanghai Gigafactory. The Mumbai showroom […]

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Suzuki Halts Swift Production Amid China’s Rare Earth Curbs

By BPN News Desk June 5, 2025

Suzuki Motor Corporation has temporarily halted production of its widely sold Swift hatchback at its Sagara plant in Japan, excluding the Swift Sport variant. The decision, implemented on May 26, stems from a shortage of key components following China’s recent export restrictions on rare earth elements. The company expects to resume partial production by June […]

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India Rejects BYD’s $1 Billion EV Proposal, Signals Strategic Shift Toward Tesla

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2025

In a move that highlights India’s evolving investment strategy in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, the government has declined a $1 billion proposal from Chinese automaker BYD Co., while simultaneously paving the way for potential collaboration with U.S.-based Tesla Inc. The decision underscores New Delhi’s cautious stance toward Chinese investments, particularly in